1956 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | DS | A8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2992 mm |